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If you crave magical investigations, clever-as-hell leads, and supernatural operatives who deftly wield wit, you’re in the right place. Whether they’re tracking down demons, unraveling monster mysteries, or able to think (and talk) their way out of almost anything, these urban fantasy reads deliver all the sharp minds and sharper dialogue you could wish for.

1. Veiled Justice (The Other Realm #1) by Heather G Harris

Detective Inspector Stacey Wise expects the odd late-night call—but waking up in a world of fae, shifters, and vampires wasn’t on her bingo card. Now she’s got a badge in the Other Realm, a murder to solve, and a team of magical misfits whose rulebook changes by the minute.

2. Magic Bites (Kate Daniels #1) by Ilona Andrews

When Atlanta’s magical emergencies get dangerous, mercenary Kate Daniels is the one they call. With a sword in her hand and a one-liner at the ready, she takes on demonspawn, shifters, and supernatural assassins—often all at once. Wry, tough, and totally unflappable urban fantasy.

3. Big Demon Energy (Bedeviled AF #1) by Deborah Wilde

Aviva Fleischer is determined, brilliant, and hiding a major infernal secret as she climbs the ranks of supernatural law enforcement. Her shot at a coveted promotion? Partner with a charmingly infuriating vampire, solve a string of magical murders, and never let her demon side slip. Packed with razor-sharp banter, enemies-to-lovers sizzle, found family feels, and a knockout Jewish magic system, this is urban fantasy at its boldest—no luck required.

4. Storm Front (The Dresden Files #1) by Jim Butcher

Chicago’s only wizard-for-hire, Harry Dresden, balances magical detective work with surviving demonic murder attempts and bureaucracy with maximum eye-roll. This is the classic, noir-infused blueprint for every magical operative with seriously imperfect luck. 

5. Discount Armageddon (InCryptid #1) by Seanan McGuire

Verity Price: part-time ballroom dancer, full-time cryptid caretaker, and an undercover operative with punchlines for days. Expect monster mischief and demon drama, all with a found-family heart and signature McGuire wit. 

That’s your lineup! Five urban fantasy reads serving supernatural investigations, smart operatives, and the kind of banter that could break a demon’s concentration.

Looking for more smart-mouth magic? Start with Big Demon Energy and meet your new favorite supernatural operative!

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After much reflection, and in a decision I don’t take lightly, I’ve decided to pull MAGIC MOST WANTED and cancel all pre-orders. I’ve never done this before and I hate disappointing you all.

However, I feel a lot of relief and peace with this decision. 

It’s a much darker book than I usually write, and while I’m proud of it, it’s not where my head or heart is now. 

I want to put light and laughter into the world—and into your life.

I’m so grateful for your support in both reading my books and buying direct from me.

Please hang in there with me while I decide which characters come next. I want to write another heroine in her 40s so I’m going to percolate on that.

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Who’s in a fabulous urban fantasy promo with some of the best authors ever? This chick!

Today through November 16, stock up on all this FREE urban fantasy goodness.

Grab those books today! https://annabelchase.com/free-november

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Think urban fantasy is just for twenty-somethings in leather pants? Think again. If you crave heroines with real-life experience, wit sharp enough to slice through magical red tape, and adventures that prove life (and magic) absolutely do begin at forty, this list is for you. From sassy sorceresses embracing their second act to sleuths finding love, danger, and themselves in midlife, these five books deliver powerful magic and irresistible snark for the over-40 crowd.

1. Magical Midlife Madness by KF Breene

When Jessie’s predictable life goes sideways, a caretaker gig at a mysterious house throws her into a world of late-blooming magic, supernatural oddballs, and riotous self-discovery. The midlife magic series that redefined the genre!

2. Midlife Bounty Hunter by Shannon Mayer

When life hands Bree a supernatural surprise, she trades soul-sucking jobs for literal monster hunting. With razor wit and new magic, she shows midlife is just getting started—and a lot more dangerous.

3. Silver Spells by Kate Moseman

Luella Campbell never expected her midlife crisis to involve magical powers, a tight-knit coven of retirees, and more heart than any self-help bestseller could promise. Warm, funny, and empowering for anyone who thinks adventure ends at forty.

4. Throwing Shade by Deborah Wilde

Miriam Feldman is done playing it safe. When her ride-or-die bestie goes missing after a run-in with vampires, this fortysomething single mom and law librarian is forced to unleash the rare shadow magic she’s kept secret since her teens. Suddenly plunged into a world of supernatural intrigue, her only ally is a grumpy French wolf shifter with a talent for disagreeing—and protecting. With exhilarating new powers, found family, and laugh-out-loud banter, Miriam’s second act is as dangerous as it is liberating.

5. Suddenly Psychic by Elizabeth Hunter

Robin Brannon’s psychic powers arrive right on schedule—midlife. Cue ghosts, old flames, and found family in this witty, touching adventure about embracing a brand-new chapter (and the magic that comes with it).

Who says midlife can’t be magical? These five heroines prove there’s no expiration date on power, reinvention, or calling out the paranormal world’s nonsense with a perfectly timed one-liner. Ready to see where life’s next adventure can take you? Start Throwing Shade today!

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Love your magic with a side of snark? Craving laugh-out-loud heroines who solve supernatural mysteries, charm dangerous love interests, and refuse to take the end of the world (or their bad hair days) lying down? You’re in the right place! Here are five urban fantasy books where the mystery is high-stakes, the humor is relentless, and the leading ladies steal the show.

1. First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones

Charley Davidson: part-time private investigator, full-time grim reaper. With rapid-fire sarcasm and a mystery that’s uncomfortably personal, Charley is the queen of supernatural snark and swoony romance.

2. The Unlikeable Demon Hunter by Deborah Wilde

Nava Katz is a powerhouse of sass, loyalty, and the kind of magical trouble magnet your mother warned you about. Reluctantly inducted into an all-male demon-hunting society, Nava’s forced to wield her supernatural skills and even sharper banter to save her twin brother. Spicy romance? Check. Found family? Double check. Laughs and heart in spades.

3. Burn for Me by Ilona Andrews

Nevada Baylor’s detective business keeps her knee-deep in magical dynasties, snark, and dangerous cases. Clever, funny, and out-sasses even the deadliest adversaries—while accidentally falling for one. The mystery unravels with snappy dialogue and sizzling chemistry.

4. Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison

Rachel Morgan is a witch and supernatural bounty hunter in a Cincinnati where magical crimes are daily disasters. Quick wit and a cast you’ll wish lived next door. Mystery and magic with a side of mayhem.

5. Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost

Cat’s half-vampire, half-stubborn, and all-in on tracking down the undead—usually with a wicked quip. Addictive mystery, biting humor, and flirty tension galore.

Ready for more magical snark and irresistible heroines?
Discover The Unlikeable Demon Hunter and the rest of my funny, sexy urban fantasy lineup right at Deborah Wilde Books. All my books are available in ebook, paperback, and audiobook as well as discounted bundles of the complete series that are exclusive to my store. Happy reading!

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Looking for your next binge-worthy urban fantasy series in Kindle Unlimited?
Good news—The Demon’s Due, the explosive finale of the Bedeviled series, is officially in KU!

 Read it now on Amazon

What’s The Demon’s Due About?

Magic has a price—and Aviva’s running out of ways to pay it.

When a powerful healing ritual goes nuclear and vampires start short-circuiting, the supernatural world spirals into chaos. Aviva isn’t just investigating the disaster—she’s living in the fallout.

To save the people she loves, Aviva forges a dangerously intimate bond with her vampire boyfriend. The result? A high-stakes magical connection, rising tensions, and one hell of a ticking clock.

Now tethered together, they must find a way to contain the chaos… assuming it doesn’t destroy them first.

Banter.
Romance.
Demonic mayhem.
Welcome to Aviva’s final mission—and Cherry Bomb in her full glory.

Why You’ll Love This Urban Fantasy FinaleA fierce, funny heroine who doesn’t hold backA sizzling vampire romance with emotional punchFound family, supernatural intrigue, and magic that bites backA satisfying series conclusion that delivers on all the chaos and catharsisReady to binge the complete Bedeviled series?

You can now read all five books free with Kindle Unlimited.

 The Demon’s Due (Book 5)
Available here:
 https://books2read.com/u/mV5E5J?store=amazon

Whether you’re catching up or diving in for the first time, now’s the perfect time to fall hard for Aviva, her vampire troublemaker, and the end-of-the-world mess they’re stuck in.

***Also available in audio and paperback on all your favorite retailers, including Deborah Wilde Books.

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Love snarky heroines, sexy troublemakers, and supernatural chaos? Binge the Bedeviled series before the explosive finale drops!

 The Demon’s Due (Bedeviled #5) releases August 18, so let’s celebrate with a limited-time series sale!

 August 14–18 only
 Book 1 – FREE
 Books 2–4 – 99¢ each
 All books available on Kindle Unlimited

Magic is messy, relationships are complicated, and nothing stays buried for long. Dive into a world where power plays and passion collide—one spellbinding page at a time. If you like your urban fantasy equal parts hilarious and hell-raising, this one’s for you.

 Start the Bedeviled urban fantasy series now and catch up before the final book drops! Click here to get book one!

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The explosive finale of the Bedeviled AF urban fantasy series has arrived!

Get early access to The Demon’s Due exclusively on Deborah Wilde Books before it hits Kindle Unlimited.

About the Book:

Magic has a price, and Aviva’s running out of ways to pay.

When a powerful ritual backfires and vampires start glitching like cursed tech, the entire supernatural world is at risk. Aviva’s not just solving the mystery—she’s ground zero.

With demon magic threatening her boyfriend’s life, Aviva takes a huge risk and bonds her magic to his. Now they’re magically tethered, emotionally messy, and running out of time.

To save the world, Aviva must embrace all of who she is: sharp, stubborn, and a demon who’s done playing nice.

Enter Cherry Bomb. The apocalypse has been warned.

Banter. Bite. Badassery. This one’s got it all.

Available Now in All Formats:Ebook → Download The Demon’s Due here (DRM-free)Audiobook & Paperback → Full series bundles available on the store. → Download hereKindle Unlimited → Ebook available until August 17, then moves to KU

Binge the complete urban fantasy series that blends supernatural suspense, laugh-out-loud banter, and a slow-burn romance with the best payoff.

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I’m thrilled to announce that The Unlikeable Demon Hunter: Crave—book 4 in the Nava Katz series—is now available in audiobook!

Even better? My fantastic narrator, Hollie Jackson, recorded it ahead of schedule, so you get to dive back into Nava’s snarky, action-packed world sooner than expected.

In Crave, Nava is finally settling into her new relationship… until assassins, demon drug lords, and magical conspiracies decide to crash the party. As she and Rohan investigate a deadly alliance between the Brotherhood and a witch with demon-binding powers, things spiral fast. And with a dangerous new drug hitting the streets—one that wreaks havoc in horrifying ways—Nava’s next mission might cost her more than she’s ready to lose.

Expect sizzling romance, laugh-out-loud moments, fast-paced action, and the kind of magical chaos only Nava can stir up.

You can listen now at the best value on my store:
 Get it at Deborah Wilde Books

It’s also live on Audible, and coming soon to Kobo and other retailers as files finish going through quality control.

Whether you’re catching up or diving in for a re-listen, this is a great time to grab your headphones and hang out with Nava again.

Happy listening!
—Deborah

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New Audiobook Alert: The Unlikeable Demon Hunter: Need is Now Live!

If you’ve been craving your next hit of snark, steam, and supernatural shenanigans, great news: The Unlikeable Demon Hunter: Need is now available in audiobook format!

 Listen Now on Deborah Wilde Books, Audible, and Kobo!

While other retailers are still catching up as files work their way through quality checks, you can grab your copy right now from Deborah Wilde Books—always the most affordable place to get your fix of demon hunting, inappropriate humor, and badassery.

Why now?

Because my fantastic narrator just wrapped the next book ahead of schedule! That means this is the perfect time to catch up on Nava’s third adventure before the next installment drops.

Whether you’re new to the series or already addicted to Nava Katz’s no-filter mouth and reluctant chosen-one chaos, this book brings the heat, the heart, and the high-stakes hilarity.

What to Expect in Need:More sexy trouble (because of course)More demons to slay (or sleep with)More bad decisions made in leather pants

If you’re into urban fantasy audiobooks with a fierce, funny heroine, sarcastic sidekicks, and enemies-to-lovers romance, this is your jam.

 Get The Unlikeable Demon Hunter: Need today on:

 Deborah Wilde Books – Best Price Audible Kobo (with more platforms coming soon!)

Grab your earbuds and get ready to dive in. Nava doesn’t wait—and neither should you.

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